By Rachel Irvine, CEO of Irvine Partners Africa’s hospitality sector has long offered unparalleled experiences to travellers from abroad. This is particularly true for British and European holidaymakers. Almost 150,000 European tourists had visited South Africa by February 2024 and this year’s United Nations Tourism Report notes increasing European interest in East and West Africa destinations. British and German…
The Black Stars will not feature at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco next year, following a disappointing qualifying campaign that ended with a draw against Angola. This result marked the end of Ghana’s 20-year streak of consecutive AFCON appearances. Head coach Otto Addo has urged Ghanaians to rally behind the team…
Nigeria’s Chidimma Adetshina finished as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition held in Mexico. The grand finale, which unfolded early Sunday morning at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, offered a nail-biting showdown between Nigeria and Denmark as the two finalists awaited the announcement of the coveted title. The competition, widely regarded…
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig from Denmark has been crowned Miss Universe 2024, emerging victorious over more than 120 contestants in the prestigious beauty pageant. The event took place at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, where the 21-year-old was crowned by her predecessor, Miss Nicaragua, Sheynnis Palacios. In a competitive final, the first runner-up title went to…
England blew away 10-man Republic of Ireland 5-0 to wrap up promotion to the Nations League top flight as four players netted their first international goals on Sunday, while Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick to help Norway also top their group. Euro 2024 runners-up England secured top spot in Group B2 in interim boss Lee…
Kuami Eugene, known for his remarkable influence in the entertainment industry, has brought together a diverse group of musicians to create a heartfelt and peaceful song. This initiative, aimed at promoting peace awareness ahead of the upcoming elections, has resonated deeply with the public. By uniting artists from various backgrounds, Kuami Eugene has sent a…
Liverpool have reportedly set their sights on a Lyon star as a possible replacement for Mohamed Salah, with the French club seeking to raise funds to address their dire financial situation. Salah is a Reds legend having scored 221 goals, and assisting a further 99, in 366 matches since joining the club in 2017. The…
To promote a clean environment, a firm AaraGo Limited has introduced into the market electric motorbikes manufactured by a Taiwan firm. The event, held at the Alliance Francaise Ikoyi, Lagos, was attended by members of the business community of both countries. Aarago Limited co-founder/Chief Executive Officer, Philip Handschin, said the electric bikes will boost mobility…
The Managing Director of the Lagos Deep Offshore Logistics company (LADOL), Dr. Amy Jadesimi has disclosed that the firm has attracted over $500million worth of investments in the over 23 years of its existence. Jadesimi dropped this hint during a tour of its facility by the Nigerian Export Processing Zone Authority NEPZA in Lagos, stating…
Stakeholders across different agricultural value chains have called for an increase in the use of digital technology to improve the country’s farm mechanization processes as part of strategies to boost food security. They posited that Nigeria, despite being endowed with a large expanse of arable land and a huge population will continue to struggle with…
A fresh contender in the UK payday loans market has emerged as MyJar, a new payday loans company, officially launches its website at MyJar.uk. Designed to cater to a broad range of financial needs, MyJar provides borrowers with loan options from £100 to £5,000, aiming to make borrowing more accessible, transparent, and customer-focused. Meeting Diverse…
The world’s leading water sports trade fair, BOOT Düsseldorf 2025, is set to host more than 1,500 exhibitors from over 100 countries during its highly anticipated nine-day exhibition from January 18 to 26 in Düsseldorf, Germany. This global showcase is renowned for its unparalleled breadth, featuring cutting-edge innovations with a strong emphasis on marine sustainability,…
Vudumane has been feeling marvelous lately, and his latest release reflects his current state of mind: he’s feeling ‘Too Sexy!’ This much-anticipated single is imbued with a touch of bravado and swagger, creating a feel-good bop that fans can’t ignore. Listen to this seamless fusion of Afrobeats and Amapiano–dubbed Afropiano–here: https://vudumane.fanlink.tv/TooSexy ‘Too Sexy’…
The second day of the Uganda Waragi Nyege Nyege 2024 was a celebration of resilience, creativity, and unbridled fun, proving that the festival transcends both expectations and the unpredictable weather. As the sun gave way to a moody gray sky and a light rain graced the festival grounds, revelers welcomed it as a blessing, adding…
If you enjoy thrillers, “Do Patti” is worth checking out. This Hindi-language Netflix feature is helmed by Kajol as Inspector Vidya “VJ” Jyothi Kanwar, Kriti Sanon in dual roles as twins Saumya and Shailee Pundir and Shaheer Sheikh as Dhruv Sood. Set in Devipur, a village in Uttarakhand, the film opens with Saumya accusing her…
Last night, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jhené Aiko turned heads at GQ’s “American Rodeo” Party at Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles. Clad in a chic Chloe ensemble featuring a soft pink sheer outfit and thigh-high burgundy boots, Aiko flawlessly embraced the event’s Western theme. Hosted by GQ cover stars Dwayne Johnson, John Mulaney, and Pharrell Williams,…
